Description
Fritz Eichenberg-Isaiah II-Signed Wood Engraving-1970sBiblical Art
An original 1976 wood engraving by German-American artistFritz Eichenberg (1901–1990), titled Isaiah II. Inspired by the biblical“Peaceable Kingdom” passage of Isaiah 11. The print is pencil signed “FritzEichenberg” at the lower right. The title, artist’s name, and date are engravedwithin the block.
Fritz Eichenberg was a German-born American illustrator,printmaker, author, and educator known especially for his expressive white-linewood engravings and literary illustrations. Born in Cologne, he studied at theMunicipal School of Applied Arts in Cologne and the Academy of Graphic Arts inLeipzig before beginning his career as an illustrator in Berlin. He emigratedto New York in 1933 and later worked for the WPA Federal Art Project.Eichenberg taught at the New School for Social Research, founded and directedthe Graphic Arts Department at Pratt Institute, and later headed the artdepartment at the University of Rhode Island.
The wood engraving is in good condition with minorhandling marks. It is unframed. Please refer to the pictures for condition.
Details
• Medium: Wood engraving in black ink on wove paper
• Artist: Fritz Eichenberg (1901–1990)
• Title: Isaiah II
• Date: 1976
• Signature: Pencil signed “Fritz Eichenberg” at lowerright
• Inscriptions: “ISAIAH II,” “FRITZ EICHENBERG,” and“1976” engraved within the block
• Framing: Unframed
• Dimensions:
– Paper: 10.25 x 7.25 in
– Image: 8.25 x 6 in
• Condition Report: Good condition; minor handling marks;unframed
Disclaimer
I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracyand authenticity of this work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold asis, with no guarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historicalattribution.
